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Chicken Salad with Apples

Refreshing Chicken Salad with Apples for Summer Bliss

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This Chicken Salad with Apples is a refreshing summer dish, combining sweet apples, savory chicken, and a light yogurt dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups chopped cooked chicken Substitution: Rotisserie or poached chicken works in a pinch.
  • 1 apple (approximately 1.5 cups chopped) Opt for sweet or sweet-tart varieties like Fuji or Gala for the best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion Substitution: Finely chopped green onions or shallots can lessen the sharpness.
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries Note: Golden raisins or chopped grapes may serve as tasty alternatives.
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup plain yogurt Substitution: Greek yogurt yields a thicker consistency for creaminess.
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • sharp knife
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Start by chopping the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are well-cooled to maintain freshness.
  2. Next, core and dice the apple into small chunks.
  3. Finely dice the red onion.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped chicken, apple pieces, diced onion, and dried cranberries. Gently fold the ingredients together.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and plain yogurt until smooth. Add Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until combined.
  6. Pour the creamy dressing over the salad mixture, and mix until all ingredients are coated.
  7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover Chicken Salad with Apples in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Avoid freezing to keep the texture intact.

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